By Anna Culver | Fort Mill Now
We are so excited for the signature celebration of spring, the South Carolina Strawberry Festival! Happening this Friday and Saturday at Walter Y. Elisha Park, you can expect entertainment for the whole family. From live music, festival rides, and eating contests, to a bird and butterfly exhibit, a pig show, and car show, this is a festival you don’t want to miss!
See below for a quick guide to the festival or view the official festival brochure here.
Location & time:
- Walter Y. Elisha Park, 345 N. White Street, Fort Mill, SC
- Friday, May 2: 5 PM–10 PM
- Saturday, May 3: 10 AM–10 PM
Live Music at the Amphitheater Stage
Friday, May 2
- 5:30 PM – Simple Sole (Country/Variety)
- 6:30 PM – Welcome Ceremony
- 7:00 PM – Chris Taylor & The Rumor (Variety)
- 8:30 PM – Swift Nation: The #1 Unofficial Taylor Swift Sing-Along Tribute Show
Saturday, May 3
- 10:00 AM – Fort Mill Elementary Schools Performances
- 11:30 AM – Carolina Rhythm Band (Variety)
- 1:00 PM – Radio Revolver (Pop/Rock)
- 2:30 PM – Cody Webb (Country)
- 4:30 PM – Groove Machine (’70s Experience)
- 6:30 PM – Blue Monday (’80s & ’90s)
- 8:15 PM – Absolute Queen (Queen Tribute Band)
- 9:45 PM – Fireworks Finale
Festival Attractions
- Carnival Rides:
- Friday: 5 PM–10 PM
- Saturday: 10 AM–10 PM
- Food Trucks & Vendors:
- Friday: 5 PM–10 PM
- Saturday: 10 AM–10 PM
- Special Exhibits:
- Pretty Bird Paradise & Love the Butterfly:
- Friday: 5 PM–8 PM
- Saturday: 10 AM–8 PM
- Pork Chop Revue (as seen on America’s Got Talent):
- Friday: 5:30 PM & 7:30 PM
- Saturday: 1 PM, 3:30 PM & 6 PM
- Pretty Bird Paradise & Love the Butterfly:
Berry Fun Zone (Presented by Food Lion)
Friday, May 2
- 5 PM, 6:30 PM, 8 PM–10 PM – Stateline Productions: Music, Bubbles & Games
- 6 PM – Strawberry Hot Wing Eating Contest (Registration: 5 PM–5:45 PM)
- 7:30 PM – Meet & Greet with SC Strawberry Queens & Berry B. Good
Saturday, May 3
- 10 AM–10 PM – Stateline Productions: Music, Bubbles & Games
- 10:30 AM & 2:30 PM – The InterACTive Theater: Balancing, Juggling & More
- 11:30 AM – Strawberry Baby Contest (Registration: 10:15 AM–11:15 AM)
- 1 PM – Strawberry Donut Eating Contest (Registration: 12 PM–12:45 PM)
- 3:30 PM – Strawberry Ice Cream Eating Contest (Registration: 2:30 PM–3:15 PM)
Parking & Shuttle Information
- Parking: Available at designated lots around Fort Mill.
- Downtown Lots:
- St. Johns UMC—0.6 Mile Walk
- First Baptist Church—0.6 Mile Walk
- Fort Mill Church of God—0.6 Mile Walk
- Fort Mill Church of the Nazarene—0.5 Mile Walk
- Sisk Memorial Baptist Church—0.6 Mile Walk
- Anne Springs Close Greenway—0.5 Mile Walk Pasture Lot (available on Saturday only)
- Downtown Lots:
- Shuttle Service: Complimentary shuttles will run continuously from remote parking areas to the festival grounds.
- Fort Mill High School
- Nation Ford High School
- Catawba Ridge High School
- Free Pedicabs will run from downtown lots to festival grounds
Vendors & Refreshments
- Vendors: A variety of local artisans, crafters, and businesses will be showcasing their products.
- Food & Beverages: Enjoy a wide selection of food trucks offering everything from classic festival fare to strawberry-themed treats. Coca-Cola products and water will be available at multiple locations throughout the park.
View the full vendor list here.
Stay Connected
- Official Website: scstrawberryfestival.com
- Facebook: facebook.com/SCStrawberryFestival
- Instagram: @scstrawberryfest
Note: For a detailed map, vendor list, and more information, please refer to the official festival brochure.
Written by Anna Culver | Fort Mill Now
